UPDATE: The Detroit Tigers have just finalized a trade to acquire starting pitcher Chris Paddack from the Minnesota Twins, sources confirm to ESPN. The move, announced on Monday, is aimed at bolstering the Tigers’ rotation as they approach the critical 2025 MLB trade deadline.
In this urgent deal, the Tigers will also receive right-handed pitcher Randy Dobnak, while the Twins will gain catching and first-base prospect Enrique Jimenez, according to reports from ESPN and The Athletic. This trade is seen as a pivotal moment for a Tigers team that has struggled to fill the fifth starter role since Jackson Jobe was sidelined for the season due to a torn ulnar collateral ligament.
Chris Paddack, 29, is a free agent at the end of the season and has recorded a 4.95 ERA over his first 21 starts, with 83 strikeouts and 27 walks in 111 innings pitched. His addition is expected to provide much-needed depth to the Tigers’ rotation as they look to make a push in the standings.
Meanwhile, Randy Dobnak, 30, has spent most of this season in Triple-A, struggling with a 7.12 ERA across 17 games (10 starts). His experience could offer the Tigers additional options as they navigate their pitching challenges.
Enrique Jimenez, the 19-year-old prospect heading to the Twins, was signed out of Venezuela and has been performing well at the Tigers’ rookie-level affiliate, posting a slash line of .250/.339/.440 this season. His potential adds a layer of intrigue for Minnesota as they continue to build for the future.
This trade marks a significant moment for both teams as they adapt to the evolving landscape of the league. Fans and analysts alike are keenly watching the implications of this move, particularly how it affects the Tigers’ playoff aspirations and the Twins’ rebuilding strategy.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops and more trades unfold before the deadline.
